In lieu of personal statements, SouthCoastToday.com asked candidates in contested races to fill out a brief Questionnaire. Paul Levasseur seeks election to the Acushnet Board of Selectmen.

Name: Paul Levasseur

Age: 40

Address: 25 Lague Street

Office sought: Selectman

Reasons for running: I am running for selectman because I care about the future of the town of Acushnet and I want to ensure that transparency, fiscal responsibility, and accountability is established in our town government and that the voices of our townspeople are represented in decisions made by town officials. I will do my best to represent the wishes of the town's people and make sure all issues brought before the board are looked at fairly, and impartially. I will support and work cooperatively with other town boards and look forward to the opportunity to serve the town of Acushnet.

Three key issues: The search for water independence has not given us one drop of water but has given us a $3 million dollar debt and increased water rates. I fully understand the need to be fiscally responsible and I will embrace efforts to keep our taxes in check. However, I also think we need to be discussing ways to expand our business tax base. I do not have any agendas, only doing what is right for the Acushnet Community and I will lead as best I can, while always listening to the voice of the people.